Embark on a Transformative Journey: Becoming a Guiding Light in Life's Transitions

Part 1: To Be With: Foundations in Death and Grief Doula Companioning

Explore, Learn, and Deepen Your Understanding of Grief, Death, and Transitions

This foundational training is designed for those new to doula work or those looking to strengthen their existing knowledge in grief support, transition work, and death companionship. We cover the essential aspects of grief and end-of-life care through an equity- and justice-centered lens, ensuring that all aspects of the human experience are honored.

Why Choose Thoughtful Transitions?

• Radically Inclusive Learning Space: We explore the many dimensions of grief—spiritual, emotional, psychological, physical, cultural, and practical—for both individuals and their communities.

• Expertly Crafted Training: Rooted in years of research, lived experience, and direct practice, our approach embodies equity, justice, empathy, and compassion.

• Ongoing Support & Community: In addition to the training, we offer ongoing mentorship, accountability, and networking opportunities to support your growth.

What’s Included in Part 1?

• 90-minute Introductory Session & Orientation

• 20 hours of learning (live cohort: 20 hours | individual journey: 12-15 hours)

• Small Cohort Model: Max 12 learners per group for an intimate and engaging experience

• Personalized Learning Approach: Tailored to your unique path and goals

• Post-Training Support: One 45-minute individual session + one 75-minute group reconnect session

• Quarterly Reconnection Co-Creation Sessions to deepen learning and build community

• Exclusive Resources: Training guide (self-care kit for an additional cost)

This program is ideal for those who are Licensed counselors (LPC, LMHC, NCC), chaplains, mental health providers, social workers, death doulas, spiritual care workers and anyone interested in guiding others through grief, loss, change, and transition, whether for personal growth, professional development, or community service. Individual learning experiences are co-created, with hours and costs tailored to your journey.

Program Objectives:
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Define the role, responsibilities, and ethical scope of practice for a death doula and grief companion.

2. Identify and distinguish various types of grief (anticipatory, disenfranchised, traumatic, ambiguous, spiritual, and more).

3. Recognize how grief manifests across the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social dimensions of one’s being.

4. Support planning conversations including advance directives, VSED, MAID, and body disposition options.

5. Describe the structure and goals of hospice and palliative care systems.

6. Demonstrate culturally responsive, trauma-informed presence at the end of life.

7. Integrate rituals, memory projects, and embodied practices to support individuals and communities experiencing grief.

8. Recognize the role of personal values, bias, and burnout in end-of-life care and grief work.

Investment:

• Individual Experience: $1599 & up

• Cohort Learning: $999 & up

• Group Training Available: (Customized scheduling is available for groups of 8 or more.)

📌 Ready to Start or Need More Guidance?

• Discovery Call: A small investment to help you make an informed decision.

• Enroll Now: Secure your spot for our upcoming August session below!